About

McPhall Shoal lies within the scenic northwest Chippewa Bay, nestled near the US-Canada border in the Thousand Islands region. This shoal, a part of the waterways surrounding the intricate island landscape, is positioned north of Ceder Island and west of Bluff Island. The area is characterized by its unique geography, offering a distinctive natural setting in the state of New York.

Falling under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Hammond in St. Lawrence County, McPhall Shoal contributes to the diverse and rich network of islands and water formations that define this part of New York. Its specific location within the two-minute box coordinates of 44^28′ x 75^46′ provides a precise reference for those navigating the waters of Chippewa Bay. The shoal’s presence adds to the natural allure and complexity of the Thousand Islands, a region renowned for its picturesque scenery and vibrant aquatic ecosystem.

Island or Feature Name
McPhall Shoal

Nationality
US

Centroid Lat/Long

Two-Minute Box
44^28′ x 75^46′

Location and description
In northwest Chippewa Bay, north (downriver) of Ceder Island [1], west of Bluff Island

Former, informal, or alternate names

Municipality
Hammond

County
St. Lawrence

Province / State
NY

Ports?

Book refs

1000islands.co ID #
784

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